Keri’s guidebook
Sightseeing/ Things To Do
Recommendations for Yellowstone Park: Grand Prismatic Spring, Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Hayden Valley, and dinner at the Yellowstone Lake Hotel (reservations are recommended).
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Yellowstone National Park
Recommendations for Yellowstone Park: Grand Prismatic Spring, Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Hayden Valley, and dinner at the Yellowstone Lake Hotel (reservations are recommended).
At Upper Mesa Falls, a thunderous curtain of water – as tall as a 10-story building – pours over remnants of an ancient volcanic super-eruption.
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Upper Mesa Falls Interpretive Site
Forest Road 295At Upper Mesa Falls, a thunderous curtain of water – as tall as a 10-story building – pours over remnants of an ancient volcanic super-eruption.
Cliff and Wade Lakes are hidden over a ridge from the Madison River Canyon. The stunning blue water is an ideal backdrop for fishing and both kayaks and motor boats can float its waters.
Cliff Lake Road & Wade Lake Road
Cliff and Wade Lakes are hidden over a ridge from the Madison River Canyon. The stunning blue water is an ideal backdrop for fishing and both kayaks and motor boats can float its waters.
The Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center is a not-for-profit wildlife park and educational facility opened in 1993 that is located in West Yellowstone, Montana, United States. It is open 365 days a year, and admission is good for two consecutive days.
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Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center
201 S Canyon StThe Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center is a not-for-profit wildlife park and educational facility opened in 1993 that is located in West Yellowstone, Montana, United States. It is open 365 days a year, and admission is good for two consecutive days.
Sawtell Peak can be accessed by a heavily trafficked road leading from US 20 south of Henrys Lake. The road is about 13 miles (21 km) long and involves a 3,440 feet (1,050 m) climb from US 20 to the summit. The road can be dangerous, and at the high altitude, drivers could encounter abrupt snow storms.[6] The snow can be up to 25 feet (7.6 m) deep and avalanches are a hazard. The road to the summit is closed from November 1 to June 1, but is maintained by the FAA. During the closure, the road is only accessible for personnel associated with the communications facilities at the top. Snowmobiling is not allowed on the road. There are no roads or trails leading to the north summit.[3]
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Sawtell Peak
Sawtell Peak can be accessed by a heavily trafficked road leading from US 20 south of Henrys Lake. The road is about 13 miles (21 km) long and involves a 3,440 feet (1,050 m) climb from US 20 to the summit. The road can be dangerous, and at the high altitude, drivers could encounter abrupt snow storms.[6] The snow can be up to 25 feet (7.6 m) deep and avalanches are a hazard. The road to the summit is closed from November 1 to June 1, but is maintained by the FAA. During the closure, the road is only accessible for personnel associated with the communications facilities at the top. Snowmobiling is not allowed on the road. There are no roads or trails leading to the north summit.[3]
Henrys Lake is a popular destination for sport fishing.[2] The most common species in the lake is Yellowstone cutthroat. They make up 55 percent of the trout population. The average size in 2015 was 15 inches, with biologists finding some fish over 20 inches. The second most prevalent species is rainbow-cutthroat hybrids, which make up 24 percent of the population. The average size is 19 inches, although Idaho Fish and Game found hybrids longer than 25 inches. Brook trout make up 21 percent of the population. The average length is 16 inches, with biologists finding several brook trout that exceeded 20 inches in length.[11] There is a fish hatchery on the north side of the lake that helps to replenish the lake.[12]
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Henrys Lake
Henrys Lake is a popular destination for sport fishing.[2] The most common species in the lake is Yellowstone cutthroat. They make up 55 percent of the trout population. The average size in 2015 was 15 inches, with biologists finding some fish over 20 inches. The second most prevalent species is rainbow-cutthroat hybrids, which make up 24 percent of the population. The average size is 19 inches, although Idaho Fish and Game found hybrids longer than 25 inches. Brook trout make up 21 percent of the population. The average length is 16 inches, with biologists finding several brook trout that exceeded 20 inches in length.[11] There is a fish hatchery on the north side of the lake that helps to replenish the lake.[12]
ISLAND PARK RESERVOIR HAS 5 BOAT LAUNCH SITES. THE RESERVOIR IS POPULAR FOR FISHING IN THE SUMMER AND ICE FISHING IN THE WINTER. WATER SPORTS INCLUDE BOATING, WATER SKIING, WET BIKES AND OF COURSE SWIMMING
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Island Park Reservoir
ISLAND PARK RESERVOIR HAS 5 BOAT LAUNCH SITES. THE RESERVOIR IS POPULAR FOR FISHING IN THE SUMMER AND ICE FISHING IN THE WINTER. WATER SPORTS INCLUDE BOATING, WATER SKIING, WET BIKES AND OF COURSE SWIMMING
Two Top is a very famous trail in the Island Park/ West Yellowstone area. It is probably more famously known as a great snowmobile trail during winter but in the summer its still a very scenic and relatively easy route that offers riverside riding and panoramic views.
Mount Two Top
Two Top is a very famous trail in the Island Park/ West Yellowstone area. It is probably more famously known as a great snowmobile trail during winter but in the summer its still a very scenic and relatively easy route that offers riverside riding and panoramic views.
A public recreation area located on the 11,000-acre (4,500 ha) Harriman Wildlife Refuge[4] in Fremont County, three miles (4.8 km) south of Island Park in eastern Idaho, United States. The state park is within the Henry's Fork Caldera in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. It is home to an abundance of elk, moose, sandhill cranes, trumpeter swans, and the occasional black or grizzly bear. Two-thirds of the trumpeter swans that winter in the contiguous United States spend the season in Harriman State Park.
Henry's Fork, a fly-fishing stream of note, winds through park meadows for eight miles. The park offers trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. In winter, roads and trails are groomed for cross-country skiing.
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Harriman State Park
3489 Green Canyon Rd A public recreation area located on the 11,000-acre (4,500 ha) Harriman Wildlife Refuge[4] in Fremont County, three miles (4.8 km) south of Island Park in eastern Idaho, United States. The state park is within the Henry's Fork Caldera in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. It is home to an abundance of elk, moose, sandhill cranes, trumpeter swans, and the occasional black or grizzly bear. Two-thirds of the trumpeter swans that winter in the contiguous United States spend the season in Harriman State Park.
Henry's Fork, a fly-fishing stream of note, winds through park meadows for eight miles. The park offers trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. In winter, roads and trails are groomed for cross-country skiing.
With 10,600 acres of white quartz sand blown into 400 foot high dunes, this is the ultimate playground for off-road vehicle enthusiasts.
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St Anthony Sand Dunes
With 10,600 acres of white quartz sand blown into 400 foot high dunes, this is the ultimate playground for off-road vehicle enthusiasts.
Big Springs in Island Park is a majestic sight to behold. Acting as one of the headwaters of the Snake River, the spring pumps out over 120 million gallons of water every day. Perched along Big Springs is Johnny Sack cabin constructed nearly a century ago, this picturesque landmark is a must-see when you’re in Island Park!
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Big springs
Big Springs in Island Park is a majestic sight to behold. Acting as one of the headwaters of the Snake River, the spring pumps out over 120 million gallons of water every day. Perched along Big Springs is Johnny Sack cabin constructed nearly a century ago, this picturesque landmark is a must-see when you’re in Island Park!
Known as the Water of the Gods Norris Hot Springs offers a simple, rustic but elegant, authentic experience. Clean clear hot mineral water, bubbling up from the earth's depths at 120 degrees continues to bubble right up through wooden planks to fill our historic wooden pool. The poolside stage in the geodesic dome offers the best in local acoustic music, operating weekends all year.
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Norris Hot Springs
42 MT-84Known as the Water of the Gods Norris Hot Springs offers a simple, rustic but elegant, authentic experience. Clean clear hot mineral water, bubbling up from the earth's depths at 120 degrees continues to bubble right up through wooden planks to fill our historic wooden pool. The poolside stage in the geodesic dome offers the best in local acoustic music, operating weekends all year.
Neighborhoods
Places nearby to visit
Virginia City, Montana is located 86 miles (1 hour 30 minutes) From Island Park, Idaho. In 1864, Virginia City was a booming mining town and was the largest town in the inland northwest. The population in 1864 was over 10,000 and although the current population is only 132, it continues to be a town that piques the interest of thousands of visitors. When the gold ran out, the town was left frozen in time, yet people still kept coming back to capture the essence of an authentic Old Western vacation.
Today, the original old west town is a popular Montana Vacation destination that is full of natural beauty, history and entertainment.
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Virginia City
Virginia City, Montana is located 86 miles (1 hour 30 minutes) From Island Park, Idaho. In 1864, Virginia City was a booming mining town and was the largest town in the inland northwest. The population in 1864 was over 10,000 and although the current population is only 132, it continues to be a town that piques the interest of thousands of visitors. When the gold ran out, the town was left frozen in time, yet people still kept coming back to capture the essence of an authentic Old Western vacation.
Today, the original old west town is a popular Montana Vacation destination that is full of natural beauty, history and entertainment.
Visit Ennis Montana to be surrounded on all sides by stunning mountain ranges. Amazing mountain views, spectacular trout fishing, and cowboy culture are just a few reasons to visit the Madison River Valley and Ennis.
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Ennis
Visit Ennis Montana to be surrounded on all sides by stunning mountain ranges. Amazing mountain views, spectacular trout fishing, and cowboy culture are just a few reasons to visit the Madison River Valley and Ennis.
West Yellowstone was incorporated in 1966 and has existed as the western gateway community to Yellowstone National Park since the early 1900s. Visitation tops 4 million people per year.
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West Yellowstone
West Yellowstone was incorporated in 1966 and has existed as the western gateway community to Yellowstone National Park since the early 1900s. Visitation tops 4 million people per year.
Whether it’s escaping into the solitude of the back country wilderness on horseback or by foot, or experiencing adventures in the canyon ravines on idyllic rivers, there are so many ways to spend your day in Big Sky in both summer and winter.
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Big Sky
Whether it’s escaping into the solitude of the back country wilderness on horseback or by foot, or experiencing adventures in the canyon ravines on idyllic rivers, there are so many ways to spend your day in Big Sky in both summer and winter.
Equipment Rentals
Whether it’s escaping into the solitude of the back country wilderness on horseback or by foot, or experiencing adventures in the canyon ravines on idyllic rivers, there are so many ways to spend your day in Big Sky in both summer and winter.
9 hole regulation length course. 35 par | 2,668 yards Blue grass
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Island Park Golf Course
9 hole regulation length course. 35 par | 2,668 yards Blue grass
High Mountain Adventures
4141 Sawtelle Peak RdLakeside Lodge and Resort
3857 Lakeside Lodge LnBoat and watercraft rentals
Island Park Adventures Llc
3342 US-20Experience Island Park
3545 Yale Kilgore RoadFood scene
Cafe Sabor
4298 US-20TroutHunter
3327 US-20Phillips Lodge
3907 Phillips Loop RdPond's Lodge
3757 US-20The Parlor at Mack's Inn
4292 US-20Subway
4141 Sawtelle Peak RdIsland Park Lodge
4149 N Big Springs Loop RdThe Soda Co Island Park
3975 Yale Kilgore RdBoondocks Restaurant
3587 Kilgore-Yale RdHenry's Fork Lodge & Restaurant
2794 S Pinehaven DrGroceries
Grocery Store
Robin's Roost
4150 N Big Springs Loop